Fungus? Remedies?
Jan 30, 2014 00:31:29 #
This is a picture of an older manual focus Canon FD 28mm F/2.0 lens. The lens is in overall very nice shape - except for what has been developing inside of it.
What's your verdict? Garbage or worthwhile having it professionally cleaned?
Thanks!
What's your verdict? Garbage or worthwhile having it professionally cleaned?
Thanks!
Jan 30, 2014 00:34:23 #
sunshine kills mold.. set it out in sun a few days.
http://www.google.com/#q=clean+mold+in+camera+lens
http://www.google.com/#q=clean+mold+in+camera+lens
Jan 30, 2014 00:48:42 #
Jan 30, 2014 00:52:08 #
I had a nice Sigma telephoto that developed fungus in the rear lens. I was told that it really couldn't be fixed, or wasn't worth fixing.
Jan 30, 2014 01:03:25 #
Most likely not worth the cost nor the risk. These can be bought on eBay for $100. I hate throwing away old glass but sometimes the value just isn't there...
KlausK wrote:
This is a picture of an older manual focus Canon FD 28mm F/2.0 lens. The lens is in overall very nice shape - except for what has been developing inside of it.
What's your verdict? Garbage or worthwhile having it professionally cleaned?
Thanks!
What's your verdict? Garbage or worthwhile having it professionally cleaned?
Thanks!
Jan 30, 2014 01:15:49 #
Jan 30, 2014 01:18:11 #
KlausK wrote:
Sunshine in NY these days? I'll try ...
Thanks!
Thanks!
sunshine and heat kills mold...
Jan 30, 2014 01:22:59 #
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Thanks! Do you want to buy the lens and switch to Canon?
Jan 30, 2014 03:19:02 #
Jan 30, 2014 07:20:38 #
Take the lenses out and have a great extension tube.
Jan 30, 2014 09:44:53 #
The lens is of minimal value. I would think it would be a good sacrificial lamb to your curiosity, disassemble it and try cleaning it yourself. Then see if you can put it back together properly. That's how I started repairing my own old lenses. Its fun, and rewarding when you get it back in shootable shape.
Jan 30, 2014 09:48:37 #
MT - Is there any concern with mold spores contaminating the camera or other lenses?
MT Shooter wrote:
The lens is of minimal value. I would think it would be a good sacrificial lamb to your curiosity, disassemble it and try cleaning it yourself. Then see if you can put it back together properly. That's how I started repairing my own old lenses. Its fun, and rewarding when you get it back in shootable shape.
Jan 30, 2014 11:03:34 #
SonyA580 wrote:
Take the lenses out and have a great extension tube.
Shameless self-promotion:
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I guess I'll try radiation first and wait with the surgery.
Thanks!
Jan 30, 2014 12:41:05 #
Sunshine will kill the mold but the dead mold will still be inside the lens. I would think you would have to open it up to clean it regardless. I like MT Shooter's solution. What have you got to lose? You might learn a few things that could save you a bunch of money on a more expensive lens someday.
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